W17.3XXS – Fall into empty swimming pool, sequela

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Slipping, tripping, stumbling and falls

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code W17.3XXS

Code: W17.3XXS (claims format: W173XXS)
Description: Fall into empty swimming pool, sequela
Billable: Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for: Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter: 20. External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
Block: W00-W19 Slipping, tripping, stumbling and falls
Parent codes: W17 › W17.3

7th character values

Codes in this category need a 7th character to describe the encounter or episode of care.

Character	Meaning
`A`	initial encounter
`D`	subsequent encounter
`S`	sequela

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

W17 – Other fall from one level to another

7th character note:

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category W17

W17.3 – Fall into empty swimming pool

Excludes1 (not coded here):

fall into filled swimming pool (W16.0-)

Block W00-W19

Excludes1 (not coded here):

assault involving a fall (Y01-Y02)
fall from animal (V80.-)
fall (in) (from) machinery (in operation) (W28-W31)
fall (in) (from) transport vehicle (V01-V99)
intentional self-harm involving a fall (X80-X81)

Excludes2 (not included here):

at risk for fall (history of fall) Z91.81
fall (in) (from) burning building (X00.-)
fall into fire (X00-X04, X08)

Related codes in W17.3

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code W17.3XXS?

W17.3XXS is the ICD-10-CM code for fall into empty swimming pool, sequela, in the block W00-W19 (Slipping, tripping, stumbling and falls).

Is W17.3XXS a billable code?

Yes. W17.3XXS is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does W17.3XXS belong to?

It belongs to category W17 – Other fall from one level to another.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.